Baked Catfish

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350°.
2. 2
   Wash catfish in cold water; pat dry with paper towels.
3. 3
   Rub cavity with salt and pepper.
4. 4
   Mix bread cubes, parsley, pickle relish, egg, salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
5. 5
   Spoon lightly into cavity.
6. 6
   Close opening with skewers; lace with string.
7. 7
   Brush fish with butter.
8. 8
   Cut 3 slits in each side and place a slice of salt pork in each slit.
9. 9
   Place fish in greased shallow baking dish; bake uncovered, spooning broth over fish occasionally until fish flakes easily with fork (45 to 60 minutes).
10. 10
    Makes 6 servings.
11. 11
    Note:
12. 12
    Can substitute trout, bass or red snapper.